Air Products and Chemicals Inc
Air Products and Chemicals Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards. The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
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Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Air Products and Chemicals's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals generated a total of 28,670 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 15.52% of Air Products and Chemicals's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.7% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 62.78% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Air Products and Chemicals's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Air Products and Chemicals's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals reported a total waste generation of 28,670 metric tonnes, of which 15.52% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Air Products and Chemicals may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Air Products and Chemicals reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Air Products and Chemicals's total waste generation increased by 31.15%, but declined by 2.75% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.
Over the same period, Air Products and Chemicals's waste recovery rate increased by 13.48%, including a 56.17% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.
Overall, while Air Products and Chemicals has increased waste over the long term, recent reductions in waste generation and strong improvements in recovery indicate a strategic pivot toward better waste management and more sustainable practices.
Air Products and Chemicals’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Air Products and Chemicals’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals generated a total of 28,670 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 37.22% of Air Products and Chemicals's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment. 62.78% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Air Products and Chemicals’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Air Products and Chemicals reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Air Products and Chemicals's total waste generation increased by 31.15%, including a 2.75% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste remained relatively flat but increased by 36.63% in 2023, which may indicate a recent uptick in high-risk waste production, potentially linked to material sourcing or product mix.
Overall, Air Products and Chemicals's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.
How does Air Products and Chemicals treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals reported that 10,670 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 37.22% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 41.71% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.